Learn how to design, document and develop mechanical components for manufacturing. This two-year programme gives you practical skills in CAD, technical documentation, materials and manufacturing processes.
|
|
Online Studies |
|
October 2026 |
|
|
2 years full time | 4 years part time |
|
|
Full time: NOK 45.000,- per semester |
|
|
State Educational Loan Fund (Lånekassen) |
Students are encouraged to use AI as a supportive tool in design processes, data handling and documentation workflows, not as a replacement for technical understanding or engineering judgement.
How is AI used in the workplace in technical design and manufacturing?
AI is increasingly used to support design automation, simulation, optimisation and data management in engineering and manufacturing environments. However, strong skills in CAD, materials, standards and technical documentation remain essential to ensure quality, safety and compliance.
Why Study Technical Design – Manufacturing?
Modern manufacturing industries require professionals who can design, document and optimise mechanical components and systems. There is strong demand for candidates with CAD skills, technical documentation expertise and knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes.
This programme gives you hands-on experience with CAD, prototyping, system drawings and product data management, preparing you for roles in engineering, manufacturing and related industries.
Career opportunities
After completing Technical Design – Manufacturing, you can pursue roles such as:
- CAD Designer
- Technical Drafter
- CAD Operator
- Mechanical CAD Technician
- Mechanical Design Technician
- PDM Coordinator
- Technical Documentation Specialist
Programme information
The programme focuses on developing your skills in CAD, technical documentation and mechanical design for manufacturing processes.
You will learn how to create, interpret and manage technical drawings, work with materials and manufacturing methods, and apply relevant standards and specifications in engineering projects.
Year 1:
- Technical Drawing
- 3D Mechanical
- 3D Architectural
- Visualisation
- Product Design
- Prototyping
- CAD Project
- Exam Project
Year 2:
- Product Data Management
- System Drawings
- Industry Knowledge
- Materials
- Manufacturing
- Project Exam – Manufacturing
| School: | Noroff Higher Vocational College (Noroff Fagskole) |
| Application deadline: | Continuous admission. Applications are processed in the order they are submitted. |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Accreditations: | Approved for loans and grants. Accredited by NOKUT. |
| Degree: | Professional Degree |
| Credits: | 120 Credits |
Noroff has ongoing admissions, and applications are processed in the order they are received. The earlier you apply, the earlier you can secure a study place.
To qualify for the program, you must have general study competence or vocational education with a professional certificate. It is also possible to apply based on recognized prior learning.
For international students, depending upon which country you have received your education from, the requirements will differ. Please use this website where you can find the specific requirements for your country at the bottom of the page.
All our study programs are approved for loans and grants from the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund (Lånekassen). You can apply to the Loan Fund for basic support (loan and grant; NOK 166.859) and tuition fees (NOK 79,432).
As an adult student, you can receive loans and grants from the State Educational Loan Fund. This also applies if you work while studying.
As a main rule, you must be a Norwegian citizen to receive support from the Norwegian State Educational Fund. However, foreign citizens may also be entitled to financial support. Check here to see if you are eligible.
All our study programs are approved for loans and grants from the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund (Lånekassen). You can apply to the Loan Fund for basic support (loan and grant; NOK 166.859) and tuition fees (NOK 79,432).
As an adult student, you can receive loans and grants from the State Educational Loan Fund. This also applies if you work while studying.
As a main rule, you must be a Norwegian citizen to receive support from the Norwegian State Educational Fund. However, foreign citizens may also be entitled to financial support. Check here to see if you are eligible.
Our academic staff
